Director of Grounds

Job overview

The Director of Grounds role is onsite at Ohio Christian University’s main campus in Circleville, OH; compensation is not specified. The role is in the Maintenance department and supports the university’s campus facilities and grounds. The director manages grounds work on and off campus, maintains equipment and outdoor areas, and supervises student and grounds workers. The role contributes to campus operations by maintaining grounds, supporting events, completing small work orders, and assisting with sports-field care and contractors as needed.

What you'll do

• Manage student workers and grounds work on and off campus
• maintain grounds equipment
• mow, trim, and landscape
• supervise tracks and trails
• support campus events
• remove snow, leaves, and trash
• complete small work orders
• water plants and plant flowers
• trim trees
• set up Christmas lights
• assist with sports-field treatment and care
• assist outside contractors as needed
• be available for evenings or weekends when needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

director of grounds

grounds maintenance

landscaping

campus operations

equipment maintenance

student worker supervision

sports fields

circleville oh

ohio christian university

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

An associate degree is required and a bachelor’s degree is preferred; the employer requires a strong Christian commitment and adherence to its Community Lifestyle Statement.

About the employer

Ohio Christian University is hiring for this role. Industry: Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools. Sector: 61.